DVD data problem

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  1. cremos

    cremos Member

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    hey im trying to burn a 8.15GB lot of data onto a 8.5GB dual layer dvd and i have a dual layer dvd burner but for some reason i cant do it. it says i need a bigger disk. it seems to me that it is 450MB less than the capacity so it should work. pls help

    thx in advance
     
    cremos, Jul 12, 2006
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    binkie7 Moderator Staff Member

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    Hi cremos
    A dual layer actually only holds 7.95 gig - then give or take a meg or 2 for the lead in/lead out.
    So yes you will need to reduce it down to fit to the disc.

    Just like a single layer dvd5 will only hold 4.38 gig.
     
    binkie7, Jul 12, 2006
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    thx for your help
     
    cremos, Jul 14, 2006
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